63 99 002 Replacing halogen bulb for high-beam headlight on left

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

M54, N42 only:

Detach intake muffler housing and place to one side. See 11 61 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE AIR MANIFOLD (M54) .

CoupeA/Convertible from 03/2003: N40 only:

Detach intake muffler housing and place to one side.

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustration shows removed headlight.

Turn protective cap (1) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight (2).

Fig 1: Turning Protective Cap In Direction Of Arrow

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Disconnect locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and fold upwards.

Remove bulb (3) from headlight (4).

Fig 2: Removing Bulb From Headlight

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All others:

Unfasten plug connection and disconnect.

Turn retaining ring in direction of arrow and remove bulb holder towards rear.

NOTE: If retaining ring is tightly seated, press bulb holder forwards.

Remove bulb from bulb holder.

Fig 3: Removing Bulb From Bulb Holder

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All:

Installation:

Note type of bulb.